Can a manual transmission car downshift by skipping gears?

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LiamLynn
07/29/25 5:10pm
Manual transmission cars can downshift by skipping gears, especially on icy or snowy roads, muddy surfaces, or when the brakes fail. Downshifting by skipping gears can prevent the vehicle from skidding sideways. Manual transmission vehicles are capable of downshifting by skipping gears, which is particularly necessary when driving on slippery surfaces like ice and mud, when the vehicle's driving resistance increases, or when the brakes fail. This method helps reduce speed, prevent sideways skidding, and ensure the safety of the driver and passengers. However, downshifting by skipping gears in a manual transmission car will increase fuel consumption and lubricant usage, lead to more carbon deposits, and may cause unstable engine idling, all of which can have very adverse effects on the vehicle.
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